I just returned from a week of fishing (and a lot of catching) for browns at Oak Orchard. I had ordered Lite Speed #3 and got a chance to to give it a good workout. I love this reel (I already have several 1st gen. Velocities) and highly recommend it, especially since they are available on close-out. Apparently they're being redone for 2012. I got mine from Madison River Fishing Company for a very good price, $225 (original price is $339). In fact since I liked the #3 so much, I just ordered a #2 , also on close-out for $199 (original price is $299).